Being A Teen in a Modern World
What is one problem you have found with social media?
social comparison, increased depression/anxiety, FOMO, addiction
What is it called when you do the opposite of how you feel?
opposite action
"Be nice and respectful. Avoid attacks (verbal or physical), threats, and manipulation. Avoid harassment of any kind." What part of the GIVE skill does this statement exemplify?
G - Be Gentle
Distress Tolerance Skills are meant to help us survive crisis, but they need to be practiced _______ a crisis occurs.
before
What is the powerhouse of the cell???
MITOCHONDRIA
What kinds of issues are associated with vaping?
lung issues, cardiovascular issues, addiction to nicotine, nicotine disrupts sleep and increases anxiety and depression
What does the STOP skill stand for?
S - stop and think, T - take a step back, O - observe, P - proceed mindfully
Interpersonal effective skills are not naturally attained, they need to be ________.
learned, acquired, understood
What does TIPP stand for?
Temperature, Intense exercise, Paced breathing, Progressive muscle relaxation
What does "WWW" stand for in a web address?
world wide web
True or False. THC use is just as bad when you're an adult as when you are a teenager.
FALSE. Your brain is still developing as a teenager. THC use disrupts the prefrontal cortex development, leading to lifelong memory issues, decision-making issues, and problem solving.
What does ABC stand for in the ABC PLEASE skill?
Accumulate positive emotions, build mastery, cope ahead
"Show that you understand the other person’s feelings and thoughts about the situation. See the world from the other person’s point of view, and then say or act on what you see. “I realize this is hard for you, and “I see that you are busy." What part of the GIVE skill does this exemplify?
V - Validate
What does the "P" in the ACCEPTS skill stand for?
Pushing Away
What is the original color of the statue of liberty?
copper (reddish/brown)
The illusion of invulnerability, or the belief that one is less susceptible to negative outcomes than others, is a common phenomenon in adolescence. Give me one example of the illusion of invulnerability.
reckless driving, reckless sexual behaviors, anything that embodies "it would happen to others, not to me"
What kind of mind is the combination of logical and emotional mind?
WISE MIND
Emotional boundaries define the self. Assaults to boundaries threaten the self. What can harm emotional boundaries?
ridicule, contempt, insistence of conformity, judgments, any kind of abuse, abandonment, threats, or insecurity.
What does IMPROVE stand for?
imagery, meaning, prayer, relaxation, one thing in the moment, vacation, encouragement
What year did WWII end?
1945
This is a psychological phenomenon where people tend to overestimate how much others notice and judge their actions and appearance. This happens mostly when you are a teenager, but can happen as an adult too.
the "spotlight" effect
All of us at one time or another have had to give a presentation. Before the presentation, we likely wrote up some notes or did some research on the subject. We do this in order to increase our chances of communicating a message to others successfully. This is an example of
cope ahead
What does DEARMAN stand for?
Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear, Negotiate
This skill can be very helpful when you need to make a decision between two or more options. The objective when using this skill is for you to realize that accepting reality and tolerating distress leads to better outcomes versus rejecting reality and refusing to tolerate distress.
pros and cons
What is the smallest country in the world by land area?
Vatican City